Posts by Hayley Sotolotto
Career Opportunity: Mary Lyon Foundation Seeking a Development Specialist
Development Specialist: The Mary Lyon Foundation seeks a dynamic Development Specialist to join our team and support our mission. We are a non-profit organization located in Shelburne Falls, MA. The Foundation supports the families, students, and educators of the Mohawk Trail and Hawlemont School Districts and beyond. The Development Specialist will oversee fundraising efforts, develop…
Read MoreHonoring a Legacy of Community Service: The E.W. Martin II Endowed Memorial Scholarship
The Mary Lyon Foundation is proud to support the E.W. Martin II Endowed Memorial Scholarship, a tribute to the remarkable life and enduring legacy of our neighbor Edgar W. Martin II. Edgar, who called Shelburne Falls home before settling in Ashfield, made meaningful contributions to the West County community, leaving a lasting impression that continues…
Read MoreRon L. James: From Adversity to Advocacy – A Story of Transformation and Hope
Ron L. James, a member of the Mary Lyon Foundation’s Board of Trustees, has a profound story of redemption and transformation. Having faced challenges including substance abuse, serving 25 years in prison, and homelessness, he has turned his trials into triumphs. Ron is committed to sharing his experience so others don’t walk the same difficult…
Read MoreMentorship and Inspiration: Pursuing Passion with Support
Andrew Doty’s formative years at the Mohawk Trail Regional School District launched a passion for helping others, eventually leading him to medical school. Shaped by the guidance of his mentors and the support of his school community, his experiences set him on a path to making a meaningful impact in the medical field. As a…
Read MoreThe Davin Scholarship: Carrying on Tanja’s Legacy & Motivating Future Doctors
Tanja Davin knew she wanted to be a doctor from a young age. Her mother and father, Lizz and Bruce Davin, were elated for their daughter to have the ambition, drive, and intellect to make her dream come true. “We just watched and waited, and sure enough, she graduated, went onto Tufts, went into pre-med,…
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